How to Do
How to Do Seated Calf Stretch With Band, Active Isolated
The seated calf stretch with band active isolated should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the seated calf stretch with band active isolated.
Beginning
Beginning Calf Stretch With Band
1. Wrap a resistance band around your left foot and repeat.
2. Hold the opposite end of the resistance band in your hand and press your foot against it while gently pushing on the resistance band.
3. Switch to the right foot and repeat for 30 seconds to a minute.
Movement
Calf Stretch With Band Movement
1. Start off by laying flat on the ground. Your arms will be to your sides on the ground and your legs will be extended directly in front of you with your foot pointing to the ceiling.
2. Grip a resistance band in both hands and bring it to wrap around the sole of one of your feet.
3. Keep the resistance band tight so that there is resistance on it.
4. Press forward with your toe so that your foot isn't facing straight up anymore.
5. Bring your foot back to the starting position and repeat for repetitions.
Benefits
Calf Stretch With Band Benefits
Stretching these muscles will help prevent injury to the ankle and the numerous small muscles that assist maintain the ankle, as well as the chance of tearing your Achilles tendon.
Exercise Aliases
How To Do Active Isolated Calf Stretches, Straight Leg Calf Stretch, Thera Band Active Isolated Leg Stretch, Exercise Band Leg Stretch.
